Elder Neglect and Abuse Can Happen to Anyone. Take These Steps to Keep Your Loved Ones Safe.
It breaks our hearts to hear stories in the news of vulnerable older adults who have withstood mistreatment and abuse, and perhaps it may seem as if it is something which will happen to “somebody else” – definitely never to our very own senior loved ones. Nevertheless, as many as five million seniors in the […]
Flu Vaccine Facts: What You Need to Know to Keep Seniors Safe
Far from only sniffles and a cough, the flu can strike older adults hard. With a vulnerable immune system, individuals over age 65 are especially at risk of complications from the flu, which can be rather serious. As we enter into flu season, Compassionate Nursing Services provides these important flu vaccine facts to help keep […]
Family Caregivers Balance Senior Safety While Promoting Independence
When a loved one is struggling to complete an activity, our typical instinct, with the very best of intentions, is generally to step in and take care of it ourselves. But is this genuinely helping a senior loved one – or can it be hindering? The stark reality is, there is a fine line between […]
Healthy Feet Are Happy Feet
Our feet will carry us around 110,000 miles over the course of our lifetime – that’s 216,262,500 steps! It’s truly no surprise that as we age, our feet may start to see a range of challenges. Examples of the more widespread foot issues for older adults include: Arthritis: Osteoarthritis affects a number of joints in […]
The Information You Need to Know About ARMD (Age-Related Macular Degeneration)
If your older loved one has received a diagnosis of age-related macular degeneration, you’ll likely be faced with a variety of questions and concerns. And you’re not alone; a staggering 11 million people in the U.S. have received the same diagnosis, and that number is predicted to double by the year 2050. Compassionate Nursing Services, […]
Lower Your Cholesterol for Better Health with These Tips
Hypercholesterolemia, hyperlipidemia, LDLs, and HDLs: what exactly do these terms mean, and are they putting you at risk for a heart attack? Although the terminology may very well be confusing, it’s important to understand the fundamentals of cholesterol and its impact on our heart health – and more importantly, what practical actions you can take […]
Help Seniors Stay Safe This Winter with Tips from Our Senior Helpers in St. Louis
Those of us living in St. Louis know: winters can be beautiful one moment and downright dangerous the next! Blustery storms leave gorgeous scenery in their wake, beckoning us to come out and explore, regardless of our age. For seniors, there are a variety of hazards – some quite obvious, such as slipping on icy […]